General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee To Lam has granted an interview to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) on the occasion of the Lunar New Year of the Snake 2025.

In 2025, Vietnam will prioritize trials for high-profile corruption cases, including those involving Phuc Son Group, Thuan An Group, and the Dai Ninh project, while concluding investigations into 26 cases.

Leaders from the Vietnamese Government and National Assembly visited the South Korean Embassy in Hanoi, commemorating victims of the devastating plane crash that occurred on December 29.

In 2024, the Central Executive Committee, the Politburo, the Secretariat, and the Central Inspection Committee disciplined 68 officials under central management. For the 1st time, the Politburo disciplined 2 former key leaders for serious violations.

At a meeting with Vietnam’s intellectual and scientific community, General Secretary To Lam outlined ambitious goals for AI research and national development.

General Secretary To Lam lauded the efforts of 13 Central Party organizations for their determination in restructuring, while setting new expectations for future reforms.

General Secretary To Lam hosted a meeting with 200 artists and cultural representatives, emphasizing the Party’s support for creativity and unity in the arts.

US Ambassador Marc Knapper delivered a New Year message in Vietnamese, celebrating the achievements of 2024 and expressing optimism for the future of Vietnam-US relations.

A delegation of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs led by its Deputy Minister Le Thi Thu Hang paid a working visit to Cambodia from December 26-29.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son has highlighted how Vietnam’s foreign policy reached new heights in 2024, creating favourable momentum for the country to enter a new era – that of the nation rise.

Senior defense officials from Vietnam and Russia convened in Hanoi for the 7th Strategic Defense Dialogue, underscoring the pivotal role of military cooperation in their comprehensive strategic partnership.

Vietnam will host the signing ceremony for the United Nations Convention on Cybercrime, marking the first time the country has organized such a significant global event.

For the first time, a United Nations treaty will bear the name of a Vietnamese location. The “Hanoi Convention,” adopted by consensus, is a milestone in global efforts to combat cybercrime.

A national review of Vietnam’s Anti-Corruption Law revealed 73 criminal prosecutions and disciplinary action against hundreds of officials for corruption-related negligence.

General Secretary To Lam affirmed that Australia remains one of Vietnam’s top foreign policy priorities during a meeting with Ambassador Andrew Goledzinowski, who concluded his term on December 23.

Lt. Gen. Hoang Xuan Chien, Deputy Minister of Defense, celebrated the success of the Vietnam International Defense Exhibition 2024, which welcomed over 260,000 visitors and generated $286 million in contracts.

In honor of the Vietnam People’s Army’s 80th anniversary, Vietnamese Blue Berets hosted a special event, introducing international friends to pho, spring rolls, and other iconic dishes.

Reducing administrative layers and empowering technocratic leaders will foster efficiency and minimize bureaucratic hurdles, says expert Vo Dai Luoc.

Brazil’s Ambassador to Vietnam highlights the significance of Vietnam’s participation in the G20 Summit, emphasizing its growing global influence and stable political-economic framework.

Vietnam’s People’s Army, marking its 80th anniversary, was praised by General Secretary To Lam for its loyalty, adaptability, and contributions to national security and development.